title: Practical tips for incontinence.
abstract: Incontinence of urine and feces is a commonly encountered problem, particularly among bedridden elders. Although incontinence is often a transient problem precipitated by the onset of an unrelated medical condition or use of certain medications, incontinent patients are at high risk for developing both perineal dermatitis and pressure ulcers resulting from friction and shear injury.
authors.forename: J Z
authors.initials: JZ
authors.lastname: Cuzzell
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D005242:Fecal Incontinence / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000451:nursing*; D006801:Humans; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D012307:Risk Factors; D014549:Urinary Incontinence / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000451:nursing*